Kamaljot Kaur
41 Blackwood Rd, LARA ,VIC
Summary
Accomplished Chef with a proven track record at Klein's Anglesea Hotel, enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional meal preparation and presentation. Skilled in food safety and effective communications, I significantly reduced food waste and optimized kitchen operations. Expert in culinary techniques and staff coordination, consistently delivering high-quality, customized dining experiences.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Klein's Anglesea Hotel
Anglesea
05.2023 - Current
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
- Collaborated effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.
Education
Diploma - Of Hospitality Management
RGIT Australia
2023
Certificate IV - In Commercial Cookery
RGIT Australia
2022
Certificate III - In Commercial Cookery
Glen Institute
Karman Gill2021
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Meal Preparation
- Effective Communications
- Verbal and written communication
- Hospitality service expertise
- Food plating and presentation
- Workflow Optimization
- Staff Coordination
- Food Service Operations
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Chef
Klein's Anglesea Hotel
05.2023 - Current
Diploma - Of Hospitality Management
RGIT Australia
Certificate IV - In Commercial Cookery
RGIT Australia
Certificate III - In Commercial Cookery
Glen Institute